Get a US Fax Number That Works From Anywhere
Living, working, or filing outside the US? Your FaxTerra number is a US or Canadian number you can use from any country — fax the IRS, USCIS, banks, and more, and get the replies in your inbox.
Last updated: May 2026
You Don't Have to Be in the US
FaxTerra runs entirely online, so where you physically are never matters. We route and deliver your fax for you — the only thing that decides whether it goes through is the recipient's country, never yours. You can sit in Manila, Lagos, or Berlin and fax a US government office exactly as if you were in New York. There is no geographic restriction on sending, receiving, or signing in.
Why International Filers Use a US Fax Number
Reaching US institutions from overseas is the most common reason people abroad use FaxTerra:
- Foreign-owned US entities filing Form 5472 under IRS penalty rules
- Founders applying for an EIN with Form SS-4 — see the EIN for non-US residents guide
- Immigrants and families responding to a USCIS Request for Evidence
- Anyone who needs a US line to receive a reply from a US agency, bank, or insurer
The IRS online EIN tool and many e-file systems will not work without a US SSN or address. Fax is the reliable path — and it works from anywhere.
Get the Reply, Not Just the Send
Sending is only half the job — US agencies often fax you back. A dedicated FaxTerra number (US or Canadian) is a real fax line that receives those replies straight to your email as a PDF, wherever you live. You choose the number and area code yourself, and it stays reachable around the clock. See how receiving works and receiving a fax from the IRS.
How to Start From Abroad
Getting going takes a couple of minutes:
- Create a free account — email sign-up works without a US phone number or Google account.
- Upload your document (PDF, image, or a photo from your phone) and enter the destination fax number.
- Send for free within your monthly free pages, and track delivery in real time.
- To receive replies, add a subscription and pick your own US or Canadian number.
Which Countries Can I Fax?
You can send to 27+ countries, including the US, Canada, the UK, Germany, France, Australia, Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, and India. Dedicated receiving numbers are US or Canadian. If a destination is not in a supported country, the fax will not go through — but for reaching US institutions from abroad, you are fully covered. For US-specific guidance, start with How to Fax the IRS.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a US fax number if I live outside the US?
Yes. FaxTerra numbers are US or Canadian and work from any country. You choose the number and area code, and incoming faxes arrive in your inbox as PDFs by email. No US address or US phone number is required to use one.
Can I fax the IRS from another country?
Yes. Your location never blocks a fax — only the destination matters, and US numbers are fully supported. Many IRS forms also have dedicated international fax numbers; see How to Fax the IRS and the EIN for non-US residents guide.
Do I need a US credit card or phone number to sign up?
No. You can create a free account with just an email address and start sending right away. A subscription — for a dedicated number that receives replies — can be paid with any major card or Apple Pay.
Can I get a fax number for my own country instead?
Not currently. Dedicated numbers are US or Canadian. You can still send faxes to 27+ countries, but you receive on a US or Canadian number, which is what most international users need for corresponding with US agencies.
Is it free to send a fax from abroad?
Sending to the US and Canada is included in every account's free monthly pages, no matter where you are. Faxing other international destinations and adding a dedicated receiving number are available with credit packs and subscriptions.